Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Garlic Salmon, a dish that combines sweet and savory profiles in just 15 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this recipe is simple yet impressively flavorful. The honey glaze enhances the natural richness of the salmon, making it a nutritious and satisfying choice for dinner. Pair it with your favorite sides like steamed vegetables, quinoa, or rice to create a well-rounded meal that will leave your family and guests asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz. salmon fillets
- Salt
- Black pepper
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon warm water
- 1 1/2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Lemon wedges
- Chopped parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season salmon fillets with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, warm water, apple cider vinegar (or lemon juice), and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- Heat a cast iron skillet over high heat and add olive oil.
- Cook salmon skin-side down for about one minute; flip and cook for another minute before returning to skin-side down.
- Sauté minced garlic until slightly browned.
- Pour the honey mixture and add lemon wedges to the skillet. Reduce sauce until sticky.
- For added char, broil in the oven for one minute (optional).
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (85g)
- Calories: 198
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg